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Is Hairy Aichryson toxic to cats?

Aichryson villosum

Mildly toxic to cats

Mildly. The ASPCA lists hairy aichryson as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Aichryson villosum belongs to Crassulaceae and is not individually listed by ASPCA. Several related jade-type Crassulaceae genera are noted as toxic to dogs and cats. As a precaution, treat this species as mildly toxic and keep away from pets.

What to do if your cat ate hairy aichryson

  1. Remove any plant material from your cat's mouth and move hairy aichryson out of reach.
  2. Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
  3. Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
  4. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
  5. Bring a leaf or photo of hairy aichryson to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your cat has eaten hairy aichryson, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.

Is hairy aichryson toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is hairy aichryson toxic to cats?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists hairy aichryson as mildly toxic to cats — a chewing cat typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. Aichryson villosum belongs to Crassulaceae and is not individually listed by ASPCA. Several related jade-type Crassulaceae genera are noted as toxic to dogs and cats. As a precaution, treat this species as mildly toxic and keep away from pets.

What are the symptoms if a cat eats hairy aichryson?

Aichryson villosum belongs to Crassulaceae and is not individually listed by ASPCA. Several related jade-type Crassulaceae genera are noted as toxic to dogs and cats. As a precaution, treat this species as mildly toxic and keep away from pets. Signs usually appear soon after chewing rather than hours later — watch for drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy after your cat has had access to hairy aichryson.

What should I do if my cat ate hairy aichryson?

Stay calm. Remove any plant from your cat's mouth and take the plant away. Note how much was eaten and when, and do not induce vomiting unless told to. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice; a leaf or photo helps the vet treat it correctly.

Is hairy aichryson toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Hairy Aichryson is mildly toxic to dogs as well. See the full hairy aichryson pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a cat-safe alternative to hairy aichryson?

For a similar look without the risk, see the best cats-safe plants list — every plant there is ASPCA non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Full hairy aichryson pet-safety